Humanitarianism

How does Eric first get into humanitarianism? Why does humanitarian outreach become so important to Eric? What things does it teach him, especially about himself, the United States, and what he wants to do with this life?

Humanitarianism

Of all of Eric's humanitarian efforts, his time in Bosnia, Rwanda, and Bolivia affect him most deeply. Why? How? What do these experiences inspire Eric to do?

War

In what ways does war influence the need for humanitarian outreach? How does Eric ultimately come to view war, including after he himself has served in combat? How does Eric see war in relation to humanitarianism as an American Navy SEAL? Why?

War

What insights about war and humanitarianism does Eric offer throughout the book? What has shaped his understanding of these things? Why does Eric offer these insights to readers?